ServiceNow SPM Technical Architect
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 00069362411
ServiceNow SPM Technical Architect
About the role
As a ServiceNow SPM Technical Architect, you will make an impact by leading the design, development, and delivery of Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) solutions on the ServiceNow platform. You will be a valued member of our delivery team and collaborate closely with stakeholders, architects, and development teams to deliver scalable, high‑quality solutions that align with business objectives and industry best practices.
In this role, you will:
- Lead requirements workshops and design discussions, providing expert guidance on ServiceNow and SPM best practices.
- Translate business requirements and user stories into scalable, end‑to‑end technical solutions.
- Design and develop complex ServiceNow SPM solutions, ensuring high standards of quality and performance.
- Create and maintain architecture, integration, and technical documentation.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid‑level developers.
- Define solution frameworks, integration strategies, and governance models aligned to enterprise standards.
- Act as the final escalation point for technical decisions and solution design within projects.
- Support solution scoping, effort estimation, and continuous improvement of delivery processes and best practices.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work–life balance through our wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on business or client needs.
What you need to have to be considered
- 7+ years of experience working on the ServiceNow platform.
- 5+ years of experience in the SPM (Strategic Portfolio Management) domain.
- 4+ years of experience designing and architecting ServiceNow solutions.
- Proven track record of delivering multiple ServiceNow implementations (20+ preferred).
- Strong experience in scripting, application development, APIs, web services, and integrations.
- Expertise in translating business needs into scalable technical solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- ServiceNow certifications including Certified System Administrator (CSA) and Application Developer (SPM CIS preferred).
These will help you stand out
- ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or advanced certifications.
- Experience across additional ServiceNow modules beyond SPM.
- Strong understanding of governance frameworks, organizational change management, and enterprise architecture principles.
- Experience mentoring teams and leading large‑scale ServiceNow implementations.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in consulting environments.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applicants will be accepted till 7/20/2026
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $119,000 - $139,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.
If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!
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What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
